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January 20, 2014

Moderation

It has been said by the sages to practice moderation in everything, including moderation. A candle that remains unlit provides no light for which to see in. A candle burning on both ends provides good light but will quickly burn down and extinguish itself. What to do, then? Follow the lead of the Dao and practice balance. Veering too much in one direction will not lead to a satisfactory result.

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Yin & Yang

Roshi Hogan Says...

The way ebbs and flows creating and destroying

Wisdom is knowing when to do or not doI asked the boy beneath the pines; he said the master's gone alone. Walking somewhere on the mountain; cloud-hidden, whereabouts unknown Blow out the candle and make friends with the darkness

We do not insist our way is the only way, or the best way, merely that it is our way

Good enough is not good enough unless it is good enough.

Wisdom does not float in with the morning tide.

Let the trade winds that blow through your life be that of the Dao

To describe the Dao, one word too many, a million words too few

In a world filled with treachery and darkness, the Dao remains the shining light of goodness and truth

Roshi Hogan Biography

When Roshi Hogan was young, there was who the neighbors called "a strange old man" who lived across the alley from him. This 'strange old man' was a former student of a Dao master in China. Becoming friends, Roshi Hogan had the wonderful opportunity to learn about the Tao from him. Such was the beginning of his practice. Roshi Hogan now passes these ancient teachings on to you. He has also had the honor of lecturing nationally, as well as internationally. Roshi Hogan is also an acclaimed artist who has exhibited at many group showings and has held solo exhibitions as well. He also enjoys writing poetry and essays and has had many articles published. His latest endeavor is digital art.